Jun 02 Watch 7:15 As delegations meet for ceasefire talks, Russia reels from Ukrainian drone attacks By Nick Schifrin, Sonia Kopelev Ukraine launched an unprecedented attack that sent drones deep inside Russia to target bombers. Russia’s strikes also accelerated as it launched the largest drone salvo of the war. One attack killed more than a dozen soldiers, leading to the resignation… Continue watching
Jun 02 Britain gets a defense boost aimed at sending a message to Russia — and Trump By Jill Lawless, Pan Pylas, Associated Press The U.K. will build new nuclear-powered attack submarines and create an army ready to fight a war in Europe as part of a boost to military spending. Continue reading
Jun 02 Ukraine's drone attack on Russian warplanes was a serious blow to the Kremlin's strategic arsenal By Associated Press A surprise Ukrainian drone attack that targeted Russian air bases hosting nuclear-capable strategic bombers was unprecedented in its scope and sophistication, and dealt a heavy blow to the Russian military. Continue reading
Jun 02 As Syria rebuilds, the Damascus stock exchange opens again By Ghaith Alsayed, Associated Press Trading resumed on the Damascus Securities Exchange on Monday after a six-month closure, as Syria 's new leaders attempt to shore up the country's battered economy and begin rebuilding after nearly 14 years of civil war. Continue reading
Jun 02 UN and Egyptian leaders meet with Iran to discuss nuclear program as enrichment continues By Lee Keath, Melanie Lidman, Associated Press Iranian, Egyptian and U.N. leaders have met to discuss Iran’s nuclear program after the U.N. nuclear watchdog agency said Iran is increasing its stockpile of uranium enriched to near weapons-grade levels. Continue reading
Jun 02 Israeli forces open fire near aid site, killing 3, Gaza health officials say By Mohammad Jahjouh, Wafaa Shurafa, Associated Press Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip opened fire as people headed toward an aid distribution site, health officials and a witness said. Continue reading
Jun 02 China says U.S. violating tariffs truce with moves on AI chips and student visas By Christopher Bodeen, Associated Press China has blasted the U.S. for issuing AI chip export control guidelines, stopping the sale of chip design software to China, and planning to revoke Chinese student visas. Continue reading
Jun 02 Putin 'is preparing for more war,' GOP senator warns after meeting with Zelenskyy and Macron By Thomas Adamson, Associated Press Two U.S. senators are warning that Russian President Vladimir Putin is stalling on peace while preparing a fresh military offensive against Ukraine. Continue reading
Jun 02 What to know about South Korea's presidential election By Hyung-Jin Kim, Kim Tong-Hyung, Associated Press The winner will be sworn in as president on Wednesday without the typical two-month transition period, with the urgent task of trying to heal the deep domestic divide. Continue reading
Jun 02 Colorado attack suspect told investigators he researched for a year and targeted 'Zionist group,' FBI says By Colleen Slevin, Eric Tucker, Associated Press The FBI says the man charged in the attack in Colorado that left eight people injured told police he planned it for a year and specifically targeted what he described as the “Zionist group.”… Continue reading